Job Opportunity: FMPSD Seeks New Superintendent

Job Opportunity: FMPSD Seeks New Superintendent

Superintendent of Schools - Position Application

Due to the retirement of our incumbent Superintendent of six years, the Board of Trustees invites applications for the position of Superintendent/CEO for Fort McMurray Public Schools. Duties will commence February 1, 2020, or as mutually agreed.

The District

Fort McMurray Public Schools serves approximately 6,000 students in 12 elementary schools, and four high schools. The Board of Trustees consists of seven members who are dedicated to continuous improvement. The District is home to Christian and Islamic schools, known as alternative programs. Frank Spragins, our outreach high school, provides a unique learning environment with flexibility and choices for students in grades 9 to 12 from throughout the Wood Buffalo region.

We offer a variety of programming for our youngest three-year-old Early Childhood Development Program students to our Grade 12 students. Our dynamic District has received multiple national and provincial awards in the last few years.

FMPSD’s PEAK Athletic Academy delivers passion-based athletics and fine arts programming. French Immersion is offered in Grades K to 12. Indigenous Education is championed across the District. In addition, English Language Learner programs are provided in all schools. We have inclusive special education programs, advanced placement, enrichment and support programs.

From innovative fine arts programming to student environmental initiatives as well as dual credit opportunities, plus sports academies - Fort McMurray Public School District is Doing What’s Best for Kids.

Our Mission Statement

The Fort McMurray Public School District is a learning community dedicated to educating all students for personal excellence.

The Region

Located in the economic engine of Canada with abundant resources to sustain the next 100 years, our community is known for its amazing employment opportunities as well as diverse cultures. Fort McMurray’s economic base is built on the oil sands.

Spectacular scenery provides numerous recreational opportunities, including camping, trail riding, hiking, canoeing, skiing, hunting, fishing and golfing. World-class recreational facilities at MacDonald Island Park and an international airport make this an attractive place to live, work and play. In addition, a vibrant arts and culture scene offers something for everyone in the region.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will have: exemplary interpersonal skills and staff relations, a proven track record of successful, broad-based educational leadership experience, a strong purposeful presence in schools, and the ability to improve measurable student results. As a passionate ambassador for the District, the candidate will be highly visible and engaged in the community, and will partner with our public to strategically advance the interests of our students.

The successful candidate will qualify for Alberta teaching certification and have earned a Master’s degree.

Applications

The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Applications received prior to September 20, 2019 will be assured of careful consideration. Email a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a list of five references with all telephone contact information to: